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Social work case managers are eligible for H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in social work or a related field. Nonprofit and government employers often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B sponsors, which can significantly simplify the process. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Supervisor Social Services today with St. David's Medical Center.
JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS
As the Social Work Supervisor, you will serve as assistant to the Director of Case Management in the supervision and evaluation of social work staff, the planning and implementation of social work policies and procedures and maintenance of on-call staff schedule. You will provide direct social work services to a defined population and coordinate coverage of patient social, emotional, and environmental needs in other areas of the hospital as needed.
- You will assist in the hiring, training, and orientation of full-time and PRN staff as well as provide supervision and evaluation of Social Work staff
- You will perform complex discharge planning facilitation for designated patient population
- You will provide patient/family counseling, discharge planning, community resource/long range planning and crisis intervention by referral
- You will evaluate psychosocial needs of patients/families
- You will coordinate reporting and standards of practice review for Social Work services
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum four years of active social work experience, including one year in a health care facility
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Licensure by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners at the LMSW level
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - preferred
BENEFITS
St. David's Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
St. David’s Medical Center, part of St. David’s HealthCare, is a comprehensive medical facility with three locations: St. David’s Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin, and St. David’s Georgetown Hospital. Located in Central Austin, St. David’s Medical Center features a 371-bed acute care hospital and a 64-bed rehabilitation hospital, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.
The hospital provides a full spectrum of women's services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, maternal-fetal medicine, and a high-risk maternal and neonatal transport team. It also boasts the region’s largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and offers outpatient breast imaging services through Solis Mammography, which is situated on-site. Additionally, the facility includes a 24-hour emergency department and a comprehensive stroke center.
St. David’s Medical Center specializes in treating high-acuity surgical patients, offering complex procedures such as spine surgeries, total joint replacements, advanced surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, and general surgery. It is also home to the esteemed Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute. The hospital has earned accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Magnet® hospital, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Supervisor Social Services opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
INTRODUCTION
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Supervisor Social Services today with St. David's Medical Center.
JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS
As the Social Work Supervisor, you will serve as assistant to the Director of Case Management in the supervision and evaluation of social work staff, the planning and implementation of social work policies and procedures and maintenance of on-call staff schedule. You will provide direct social work services to a defined population and coordinate coverage of patient social, emotional, and environmental needs in other areas of the hospital as needed.
- You will assist in the hiring, training, and orientation of full-time and PRN staff as well as provide supervision and evaluation of Social Work staff
- You will perform complex discharge planning facilitation for designated patient population
- You will provide patient/family counseling, discharge planning, community resource/long range planning and crisis intervention by referral
- You will evaluate psychosocial needs of patients/families
- You will coordinate reporting and standards of practice review for Social Work services
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum four years of active social work experience, including one year in a health care facility
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Licensure by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners at the LMSW level
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - preferred
BENEFITS
St. David's Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
St. David’s Medical Center, part of St. David’s HealthCare, is a comprehensive medical facility with three locations: St. David’s Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin, and St. David’s Georgetown Hospital. Located in Central Austin, St. David’s Medical Center features a 371-bed acute care hospital and a 64-bed rehabilitation hospital, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.
The hospital provides a full spectrum of women's services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, maternal-fetal medicine, and a high-risk maternal and neonatal transport team. It also boasts the region’s largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and offers outpatient breast imaging services through Solis Mammography, which is situated on-site. Additionally, the facility includes a 24-hour emergency department and a comprehensive stroke center.
St. David’s Medical Center specializes in treating high-acuity surgical patients, offering complex procedures such as spine surgeries, total joint replacements, advanced surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, and general surgery. It is also home to the esteemed Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute. The hospital has earned accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Magnet® hospital, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Supervisor Social Services opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Social Work Case Manager
Target cap-exempt employers first
Nonprofits affiliated with universities, government agencies, and community health organizations are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. This means no lottery, no annual deadline, and year-round filing, which is a major practical advantage for social work roles.
Confirm the role meets specialty occupation standards
Your job offer must require a specific bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Roles where any degree suffices will not qualify. Ask the employer to document the degree requirement clearly in the job description before filing.
Check if your employer holds an active LCA history
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications before are more likely to sponsor again. Search the Department of Labor's public disclosure data to verify whether a specific organization has a track record of H-1B filings for case manager roles.
Prepare your NASW or state licensure documentation
Many case manager roles require state licensure in addition to your degree. Having your LCSW, LSW, or equivalent credential ready strengthens your petition by demonstrating you meet the full professional standard the employer is hiring for.
Address the three-year degree question proactively
If your social work degree is from a three-year international program, obtain a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency before applying. USCIS scrutinizes degree equivalency closely, and a strong evaluation from a recognized agency removes a common RFE trigger.
Understand that O-1B is rarely applicable here
The O-1 visa targets individuals with extraordinary ability and is not a realistic path for most case managers. H-1B or TN (for Canadians and Mexicans with a social work degree) are the practical options worth exploring with your employer and an immigration attorney.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a social work case manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. The role must require at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work or a directly related field as a standard requirement. If the employer accepts any degree, USCIS will likely deny the petition. Roles requiring an MSW or licensure have a stronger case. Employers should document the degree requirement explicitly in the job posting and offer letter.
Are social work employers likely to sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, particularly nonprofit hospitals, community health centers, child welfare agencies, and university-affiliated programs. Many of these organizations are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B visa petitions year-round without competing in the annual lottery. Government social services agencies may also sponsor. Browse Migrate Mate to find case manager roles at employers with an active sponsorship history.
What visa options exist for social work case managers who missed the H-1B lottery?
Cap-exempt employers are the most reliable alternative since their filings are not subject to the lottery at all. Canadian and Mexican citizens with a social work degree may qualify for TN visa status, which is faster and does not require an employer petition. O-1 visa is not a practical path for most case managers. Some applicants also explore J-1 visa exchange visitor programs through social work training placements.
Does a master's degree in social work improve my chances of visa approval?
Meaningfully, yes. An MSW strengthens the specialty occupation argument because it demonstrates the role demands advanced professional preparation, not just a general bachelor's degree. It also satisfies licensure requirements in most states, which many employers require before or shortly after hiring. If you hold an MSW from an accredited program, clearly document this in your petition materials to distinguish the role from general administrative positions.
What H-1B approval rates look like for social work roles?
Approval rates for social work and human services occupations are lower than for STEM fields, largely because specialty occupation eligibility is contested more frequently. USCIS issues Requests for Evidence at a higher rate for these roles, especially when the job description is broad or the degree requirement is not clearly stated. Working with an experienced immigration attorney and an employer who has filed social work petitions before significantly improves outcomes.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Social Work Case Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.